When viewing properties you are interested in, it is important to remain objective. I will help you understand the importance of looking beyond surface aesthetics at:

A home’s exterior features from the foundation to the walls, the roof, the eaves and downspouts, drainage, windows, doors, fencing and landscaping

A home’s interior fittings such as walls, floors, outlets and switches, lighting, kitchen and bathroom fixtures, and appliances

A home’s heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical systems

Visible signs of problems such as water or pest damage

The benefits of having all of the above investigated thoroughly by a qualified property inspector

Noise levels from neighboring properties, the street, cars and highways

The ability for you to live comfortably, according to your predetermined needs and wants, with available space fro your furnishings and storage requirements

Making an Offer

There are a number of considerations to make before the offer is prepared for your next home. As your chosen real estate professional, I will guide you through the offer process to help you:

Appreciate what comparable houses are selling for, how current market conditions can impact your offer, and where applicable, whether there is any competition from other interested homebuyers

Understand the benefits of investing in a qualified home inspector who can expose any property deficiencies and who may also provide you with an estimate on their cost of repair

Determine any offer conditions such as a satisfactory home inspection or arranging financing, and the potential impact of such conditions on the acceptance of your offer

Sort through the key elements of your offer including price, deposit, financial terms, inclusions and exclusions, and your closing or possession date

Present your offer to the seller or the seller’s representative on your behalf

Manage all offers and any counter-offers, negotiating to get you what you want

Closing

Your home purchase becomes a reality on closing day when ownership is officially transferred to you. Before and on closing day, there are a number of tasks to complete of which I can assist in providing recommendations:

If you are renting, give notice to your landlord and arrange for the return of your deposit

If you are ready to get the buying process started or have any real estate home buying questions, give our team at Paulena Gross Realty Group a call today at 985-326-7897or submit the form below via email.